Giving Tuesday, a tradition that started back in 2012 at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, is a response to the increased commercialization of the holiday season. As you make plans to give presents to family and friends, consider including these local charities in your gift-giving. Did I miss a local charity? Send me an email at info@thehillishome.com.
Atlas Performing Arts Center: A space dedicated to performance and the arts, the Atlas is committed to exalting local artists, educating the community and helping make the arts more accessible to all. Donate here.
Capital City Symphony: Based out of the Atlas Performing Arts Center, this non-profit brings the gift of music to more ears, sustaining both musicians and audiences. Donate or buy a ticket for a future performance here.
Capitol Hill Arts Workshop: Since 1972, CHAW has provided a safe and wonderful space for neighbors to explore their artistic side, no matter what their age or ability to pay. Everyone deserves to have the joy of artistic expression in their lives. Donate here.
Capitol Hill Community Foundation: Through donations to schools, education-related programs, as well as community building initiatives, CHCF has looked after the well-being of the neighborhood since 1989. Donate here.
Capitol Hill Village: This non-profit helps senior residents live in their own homes and fosters their well-being and independence through a dedicated corps of volunteers, strategic partnerships to help with the demands of aging, as well as thoughtful programming to stimulate body and mind. Donate here.
Cultural Tourism DC: Learn more and help preserve the rich history of the District thanks to the many programs and tours Cultural Tourism hosts. Donate here.
DASH DC: Since 2006, the District Alliance for Safe Housing has provided shelter and help specifically for survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence. Donate here.
DC Diaper Bank: Established by Capitol Hill family, the DC Diaper Bank makes sure that babies and their moms can have enough of this most basic need. Diapers are expensive, and no baby who needs diapers should go without. Donate here.
DC History Center: A repository of the rich histories and fabric of our beloved District, the DC History Center provides resources, education, archives and organizes a yearly conference to keep the District’s history alive. Donate here.
Eastern High School PTO: The parents and teachers organization at The Pride of Capitol Hill need your help so our local comprehensive high school can keep striving for excellence. Many of you have asked how you can help Eastern’s incredible band— you can specify where your donation can go. Donate here.
Everyone Home DC: Everyone deserves not just a place to call home, but a network of support should they lose their home. Everyone Home DC helps people experiencing homelessness or in danger of becoming homeless help and resources to offer help and stability. Donate here.
HIPS: Honoring Individual Power and Strength helps support and provide harm-reduction services in a judgment-free manner for people who engage in sexual exchange or drug use. Donate here.
House of Ruth: Helping women break the cycle of violence by providing shelter, counseling and support, the House of Ruth has been addressing the root causes of homelessness since 1976. Donate here.
J. Ormond Wilson Elementary School PTA: Parent-Teacher organizations are the unheralded heroes of public education. Consider donating to local schools even if you don’t have kids. Stronger schools make for stronger children and communities. Donate here.
Ready, Willing and Working: The charitable arm of the Capitol Hill Business Improvement District, Ready Willing and Working helps sustain returning citizens and staves off recidivism by providing employment, support, and a true sense of belonging and caring. Donate here.
Remora House: Remora House works directly to sustain and aid unhoused neighbors in our area and all over the District. You can learn more about them by visiting their LinkTree. Donate here.
Sasha Bruce Youthwork: Since 1974, SBY has been supporting at-risk and homeless youth. Every child deserves a stable place to call home. Donate here.
Serve Your City: Support Ward 6’s mutual aid network of caring, dedicated neighbors who help sustain anyone and everyone who needs it. Donate here.
SMYAL DC: Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocate Leaders has been advocating for the holistic needs of LGBTQ youth for over 35 years and providing empowerment through leadership opportunities. Donate here.
Story of our Schools: This non-profit seeks to tell DC schools’ stories to foster cultural understanding within the communities they serve. Donate here.
The Hill Preschool: The Hill Preschool is not just a beloved early education center on the Hill and a leader in its field, but through your donations, it strives to be an even better and more supportive workplace for teachers and their families. Donate here.